From the Roof of Africa, through the highlands of the Drakensberg, and along the beautiful Southern African coastline, experience the majestic beauty of Mother Nature at its core.

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Bush & Beach

Zululand Safari

9 Days or 14 Days Option From $3,499 pps

The authentic African experience in the heart of the stunning Zululand! Come experience nature as it was intended with our professionally guided safari and diving adventure in the most biodiverse area in South Africa, and the heart of rhino conservation.

On the southern end of the great East African Rift Valley lies a special place: a place where you lift your head out the water after a warm dive in the tropical freshwater amid the islands of huge granite boulders to hear African Fish Eagles call from the tops of the Baobab avenues on the beaches. The people are kind, the food is welcoming and the nature uplifting, this is Malawi: The Warm Heart of Africa!

Visit Africa's most renowned wilderness areas, search for the endangered Mountain Gorillas, visit the golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, and explore the rich cultures across the equator. (8 Day Rwanda Only Trip Also Available).

Exclusive once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the only remaining major nesting site of Loggerhead and Leatherback turtles in Africa with great chances to see these magnificent creatures lay their eggs or the young hatchlings come to life on the sandy, protected beaches of northern KwaZulu Natal.

Eco Adventure

The Ultimate Eco Adventure!

Come with us through the scenic rolling hills of Zululand, scuba dive the beautiful tropical waters of South Africa, travel over the Drakensberg, experience authentic Swaziland, and feel like a true African.

Day adventures to some of the best hidden natural gems in South Africa

A visit to the majestic Central Drakensberg with views on the amphitheatre and Cathedral Peak, including a visit to the 2nd highest waterfall in the world and a choice between a mountain hike or a horse ride

Day adventure on the incredible Sani Pass to the Roof of Africa (Lesotho) & back

What you’ll need

Hiking backpack (30 – 45 litres with a 2- to 3-litre water bladder is recommended, the lighter and more compact, the better while not compromising practicality. Extra water, medical kits and any shared supplies will be carried by guides, you only carry your personal belongings)

Good walking shoes

Bush neutral clothing for bush walks (shades of brown, light brown, olive, khaki or camo preferably). Please also note that it is advised to wear pants, not shorts.

Good hat & sunscreen

Poncho for possible rainy days and a good thermal jumper/top (nights can get cold, even in summer)

Cash for bar bills and days where lunch is not providedOptional:

Diving gear (you are welcome to bring all your own gear, alternatively gear rental is provided at no extra cost – read more about our quality gear here)

Binoculars & cameras

Torch/headlamp (recommended)

Insect repellent (wonderful eco-friendly options such as Citronella or Eucalyptus are available and recommended)

DAY 5

Sani Pass adventure – drive up the spectacular Sani Pass on the way to the highest country in the world, Lesotho.

DAY 6

Umkomaas

Scenic drive down to the KwaZulu Natal South Coast (Umkomaas)

Welcoming at our Aliwal Shoal diving base

Gear setup & dive planning

DAYS 7 - 10

Diving

Shark & Reef dives on Aliwal Shoal with good chances to a variety of sharks as well as an array of reef fish

OPTIONAL: Add a day trip to Protea Banks for exclusive, more advanced diving
Day hike to an indigenous forest and game drive at nearby nature reserve and game park with a great chance to see endemic bird species and the largest antelope species in Africa – the Eland

DAYS 11 - 15

Into the Wild

Scenic drive up the coast to the rolling hills of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park with a quick stop at the mighty Tugela mouth

Relaxing afternoon outing to St Lucia estuary and town for lunch and to see the largest breeding population of hippos in the world!

DAY 16

Sodwana

Scenic drive up along the coast through the iSimangaliso Wetland Park tropical savanna and fever tree forests to Sodwana Bay (on the 2-night wilderness trail option a stop will be made at St Lucia on the way to Sodwana Bay)

Afternoon trip & sunset cruise to 9-mile beach & lake Sibayi

Gear setup and dive planning

DAY 17 - 20

Tropical Diving

Tropical reef dives in a pristine marine protected area with good chances to see an array of macro life (including whales, whale sharks, manta rays etc – depending on season

False Bay forest walk day trip, an excellent birding spot with beautiful beaches and a large collection of marine fossils amid the beautiful coastal forest trees.

DAY 21

Kosi Bay

Scenic drive to Kosi Bay near the Mozambique border through sandy fields of tropical savanna.

Check-in at our accommodation

Snorkelling in natural breeding sanctuary, visit to the mangroves and 3-lake boat trip on the lakes in the afternoon.

DAYS 22 & 23

Kayaking

Kayak adventure at the mouth, including exploring the mangroves and natural breeding sanctuary

Visit to the Thonga traditional fishing kraals

Day trip to either Tembe Elephant Park (with chances of seeing big tuskers) or to Ndumo Game Reserve (with beautiful ficus stands and fever tree forests, also excellent for birding with >460 different species)

DAY 24

Swaziland

Short drive to Swaziland

Check-in at our accommodation on the National Park

Afternoon safari (chances of seeing lions)

DAYS 25 & 26

Malolotja

After the 2-hour Sunup cycling safari, we embark on our journey to Malolotja Nature reserve and our nearby accommodation

Drive through the untamed mountains of Swaziland on some of the oldest rocks in the world